All Inclusive Holidays from Airports in The Midlands

We know that for people from The Midlands, a holiday doesn’t truly start until you’ve navigated the M42 or sat in a bit of a queue on the A50. But honestly, why trek down to Heathrow or drag the kids all the way to Gatwick when we’ve got two of the best jumping-off points right on our doorstep?

Whether you’re a Brummie, a Potter, or from the heart of the East Midlands, booking an all-inclusive break from Birmingham (BHX) or East Midlands (EMA) is the smartest move you can make in 2026. Here is the nitty-gritty on how to do it right.

Who do these airports actually serve?

It’s not just about proximity; it’s about the vibe.

Birmingham (BHX) is the “big city” hub. It’s perfect if you’re looking for that “flagship” holiday feeling. It serves everyone from the Black Country to the Cotswolds and even attracts savvy travellers from the North who want to avoid the Manchester madness. With its massive £300m investment plan currently in full swing—including those fancy next-gen security scanners—it’s the place to go for long-haul all-inclusives to Mexico or high-end European retreats.

East Midlands (EMA), on the other hand, is the “easy-breezy” local hero. It’s the go-to for folks in Derby, Nottingham, and Leicester. It’s smaller, friendlier, and arguably one of the most efficient airports in the UK. If you’re a family with young kids and you want to be from the car to the gate in record time, EMA is your winner.

Getting there: Transport and the “Joy” of Parking

Let’s talk brass tacks: how much is it going to cost you before you even see a palm tree?

Birmingham Airport (BHX)

• Transport Links: The Air-Rail Link from Birmingham International station is a godsend. You can be at the terminal in two minutes from the train.

• Parking Costs: For 2026, expect to pay around £65–£80 for an 8-day stay in the Long Stay car park if you book in advance. If you’re feeling flush, the Valet Parking (around £120+) is worth every penny when you’re landing back at 2 am and just want your own car waiting for you.

East Midlands Airport (EMA)

• Transport Links: No direct train station here, but the Skylink bus runs 24/7 from Derby, Nottingham, and Leicester.

• Parking Costs: EMA is often a bit kinder on the wallet. You can snag Long Stay parking for around £55–£70 for a week if you’re an early bird. As Steve Griffiths, EMA’s Managing Director, recently noted, the airport has invested £120m into terminal improvements, meaning the “arrivals experience” is much smoother than it used to be.

Where can you actually go?

The beauty of the Midlands is that we’re perfectly placed for almost anywhere.

• From Birmingham: You’ve got the world at your feet. For 2026/2027, the big hitters are Turkey (Antalya and Dalaman) for “Ultra All-Inclusive” value, and the Greek Islands (Crete, Rhodes, and Kos). If you want something further afield, you can even find all-inclusive packages to Mexico or Cape Verde.

• From East Midlands: This is Jet2 and Ryanair territory. Think classic Mediterranean gems: Majorca, Tenerife, and the Costa del Sol. In 2026, they’ve even added Bergen for a different kind of break, but for the “sun, sea, and unlimited sangria” crowd, the Canary Islands remain the undisputed king here.

How to find the deals: The Alihoco Hack

Now, here is the real pro-tip. Don’t waste your Sunday afternoon scrolling through fifty different tabs. I always head straight to www.allinclusive.co.uk and use their Alihoco price comparison tool.

Most major travel sites clutter your results with “Room Only” or “Half Board” options just to make the price look lower. Alihoco is different because it filters for true all-inclusive deals only.

How to use it:

1. Select your Midlands Hub: Pop in both “Birmingham” and “East Midlands” as your departure airports to compare the two.

2. Filter by “Must-Haves”: Whether it’s a waterpark for the kids or an “Adults-Only” spa, the filters are actually useful rather than annoying.

3. Check the “Nitty-Gritty”: It pulls in live data from the likes of TUI, Jet2, and Thomas Cook, so you’re seeing the actual price, not a “starting from” ghost price.

“The Alihoco tool is built specifically to strip away the noise,” says an industry insider. “It’s about finding the actual total cost of the holiday so there are no nasty surprises when you get to the checkout.”